Te Wananga 1874-1878: Volume 3, Number 40: pp Abstract
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p.405 Notice listing dates and times for sunrise and sunset.
A notice for the subscribers to Te Wananga
Uses metaphoric language to remind readers of the good work done by Te Wananga in informing Maori of issues that concern them, and to continue to subscribe to the newspaper with articles of interest.
pp. 405-406 [Editorial]
Maori Representation Bill
Discusses the Bill currently before the House concerning increasing Maori representation in the House and states that one day there will be more Maori members in the House, to ensure that Maori benefit from the legislation.
Also contains news from Taranaki about Tāmati Ngāpora and Matutaera who have ordered steamers not to enter the Mōkau river.
[English translation included.]
pp.406-409 House of Representatives
Maori Representation Bill
Details debate in Parliament during which Taiaroa spoke in support of the Bill suggesting that the numbers of Maori seats be increased to five in the North Island and two in the South Island. Refers to the speeches of Russell, Whitaker, Andrew, Hamlin, Nahe and Rolleston.
States that the debate will be continued in further issues of Te Wananga.
[English translation included.]
p.412 Advertisement advising the fares and schedule for the steamship, Manaia.
[Notices]
From J.Rogan, advising a forthcoming Land Court sitting.
[English translation included.]
[Advertisements]
From Te Wara, manufactures watches and jewellery.
From Pairani, advertising saddlery and equipment for horses.
From Paratari, who sells saddles and equipment for horses.
Cost [of subscription]
Gives annual subscription rates: £1 per year but £1.2s.6d if posted. Weekly purchase from newsagents is 6d.
Notice concerning publishing details for Te Wananga.